Photographed while performing USFWS Protocol surveys (for which I have a 10a Permit). Female
Single vine (the original (type) specimen) growing on Kunzea triregensis. At the time this observation was made the vine was being shaded out and was in danger of dying out. Our (Department of Conservation) 1991 field work involved careful pruning of the canopy to let in more light and tying up (on to cables) of the vines that were found trailing in the dense vegetation. As a result of these measures the vine flowered for the first time (since it was discovered in 1946) in 1995. However, seed set in the wild is still not happening, probably because the flowers are destroyed by kakariki (Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae novaezelandiae)
Male Megalagrion at a small forest pool. Unfortunately full sun so difficult to photograph and get the exposure right. This male interacted aggressively with the pair but didn't displace them.
Approximate location
Spongy...sticky...when disturbed very bad smell sensed.
Abundant in the mangroves. Very thin shelled. Collected by my father David J. Leeds while he was stationed here during WWII
An endemic psyllid found only on Cryptocarya oahuensis, which has only one wild tree left.
Undescribed species of Rugathodes, formerly placed in Theridion; possibly a new endemic genus. One of these males may be the same species as the female photographed at the same time.
Soil moist at depth. After 6 years of effort, finally found a live one. Beautiful habitat throughout canyon. This individual is Sonorella sredli, a species desc is in prep. Orange defensive mucous is a distinguishing characteristic.
Found inside of a cave at Craters of the Moon
Hyperaulax ridleyi (Smith, 1890)
Oahu, Hawaii, US
Growing on coastal Mesa.
One of the world's most extraordinary plants survive only on the flanks of Mauna Loa between 5,000 to 8,000 feet (1,500 to 2,500 m). 'Āhinahina are named for the remarkable shine of soft, silver hairs that cover and protect their sword-like leaves. Although they share the same ancestor, Mauna Loa silverswords are distinct from the other species found on Mauna Kea and Haleakalā. Mauna Loa silverswords generally grow fewer "petals" in their flowerheads and their thinner leaves are less hairy. Also remarkable is their life history. It is only once in their lives and only after 10 to 30 years that 'āhinahina send up a spectacular stalk of fragrant flowers as tall as 9 feet (3 meters). Within weeks it goes to seed and its life is concluded—the entire plant dies.
A male courting a female.
Saw at least 3; 2 were flying together.
Here's a video of the butterfly where you can see its wings open and close for better verification: https://youtu.be/df3VNjQEACU
Even the genus Rhachistia isn't present at iNat!
Rhachistia histrio most likely is the species picured here...
Ma’ali (Canarium vitiense) is a member of the Burseraceae (Myrrh) family. It is an indigenous large tree that can reach a height of 20 m or more; hard, pale colored bark visible at a distance; fragrant sap; odd-pinnately compound leaves with 7-15 leaflets; axillary panicles of small, 30 flowers; and black, ovoid to spindle-shaped, 30 angled drupe.
Ma’ali is occasional-to-common in coastal to forest montane areas, and it inhabits an elevation between 1to 700 m. Cutting the bark exudes a fragrant gum sometimes used to scent coconut oil and formerly used to embalm the dead. It is considered good quality timber making it an important commercial species. Ma’ali is also used locally in construction and canoe-making.
Whistler, W. Arthur. 2004. Rainforest Trees of Samoa. Isle Botanica. Honolulu, HI 96822 USA.
Didn't expect to see these. A very pleasant surprise.
ID per http://khon2.com/2015/07/20/hawaii-home-to-rarely-seen-prehistoric-tadpole-shrimp-2/
GCT、CCT breeding area